by Texas Homesteader ~
Did you know you could have solar energy for FREE? I’m sharing ways that passive solar energy can be used in almost any home for no additional money and without buying special equipment. REALLY!
by Texas Homesteader ~
Did you know you can easily grow your own luffa (or loofah) sponge in your garden? They’re easy to grow, eco friendly and fully compostable. And so many uses too! Use them in the shower, in the kitchen, in an exfoliating soap and more!
~ by Texas Homesteader ~
I’ve found many sources for repurposing lids to replace 2-part canning jar lids when storing food. Storage lids on the cheap, y’all.
Well, for FREE actually. Come see what purchased products I’ve found have lids that fit a standard regular-mouth canning jar.
by Texas Homesteader ~
There are many simple, frugal (or FREE) ways to reduce waste in your kitchen. These simple steps can make a huge impact in reducing the amount of landfill trash spilling from your home and saving you money to boot. It’s EASY, come see this handy list!
by Texas Homesteader ~
OK, I may be cheating somewhat with this post of 5 frugal things we did to save money this week. Most money-saving steps were more necessity than anything!
You see, not only here in Texas but even most of the United States was slammed with a historic arctic blast this past week. It was bad y’all.
Thankfully we were blessed with a little time to prepare beforehand. Still there were things we did to save some money during the icy-cold hardship.
Come see this week’s winter storm version of 5 Frugal Things!
by Texas Homesteader ~
Zero-waste seed starting pots using repurposed cardboard. Just plant seeds in repurposed cardboard tubes and when you’re ready to plant the seedlings you can transfer them – cardboard tube & all – right into the garden! The cardboard will decompose and enrich the soil too.
by Texas Homesteader ~
My garden planning method each year is EASY! I’m quickly able to plan crop rotation, see what I planted and where last year, companion-planting notes, the 3 Sister’s Method and MORE! Come see how I decide what vegetables to plant each spring.
by Texas Homesteader ~
Mirror and window cleaning can be done quickly, easily and streak-free using these simple eco-friendly tips. No need for expensive & toxic commercial glass cleaners to get a beautiful streak-free shine.
